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Applied Financial Economics

Applied Financial Economics

Our Applied Financial Economics program equips students for investment and risk management roles, offering practical experience through a Financial Economics internship with leading institutions.

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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8% Job Growth
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$99,890/year*
Economics

Economics

The Economics degree program offers a solid theoretical and statistical foundation, enabling students to analyze and solve complex problems. The General Economics track is designed for students intending to transfer to a bachelor’s program.

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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6% Job Growth
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$115,730/year*
Women’s Studies

Women’s Studies

Explore gender issues historically and today in CSN’s Women’s Studies program. Graduates can transfer to a four-year institution and pursue careers such as social services coordinator or health services administrator, with knowledge about gender’s impact on society.

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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3% Job Growth
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$63,000/year*
Political Science

Political Science

Learn about US and Nevada governments, international relations, and US global roles. Students will be prepared to continue their study at a 4-year institution, or begin careers in government, diplomacy, law, politics, and education.

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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7% Job Growth
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$132,250/year*
Philosophy

Philosophy

The Philosophy program explores fundamental questions of human experience across ancient traditions and modern disciplines. Students will develop analytical skills, construct reasoned arguments, and apply philosophical insights to various fields like law, government, and education.

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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2% Job Growth
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$89,680/year*
History

History

Explore diverse historical perspectives and their impact on global, national, and local events, fostering critical thinking and research skills. The History program lays a solid foundation for further academic study of history, or related fields.

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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1% Job Growth
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$93,120/year*
Sociology

Sociology

The Sociology program offers basic skills in critical thinking, data analysis, writing, and oral communication, preparing students to seamlessly transfer to a four-year institution to continue their studies.

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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5% Job Growth
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$101,770/year*
Psychology

Psychology

The Psychology program offers foundational knowledge in psychological theories and research methods, preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions. Courses prepare students for service in mental health and community settings, leading to career opportunities in public, non-profit, or private mental […]

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3-60 Credits  |  2 Months - 2 Years
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6% Job Growth
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$92,740/year*
Anthropology

Anthropology

The anthropology program uses a four-field approach to the study of humanity – including human biological characteristics, culture, language, and the human past. These areas provide students with an evolutionary, holistic, and comparative understanding of human diversity and similarity. Graduates […]

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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4% Job Growth
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$63,800/year*
Forensic Anthropology

Forensic Anthropology

The Forensic Anthropology certificate program provides a foundation in the biological, social, and applied components of forensic activities. The program is designed to prepare students for a variety of pathways leading to careers in forensic anthropology at local and national […]

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30 Credits  |  1 Year
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4% Job Growth
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$63,800/year*
Cultural Resources Management

Cultural Resources Management

The certificate of achievement program is designed to prepare students by teaching them the skills required to obtain employment as entry-level archaeological technicians working in the field, in labs, and for museums.

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30 Credits  |  1 Year
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4% Job Growth
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$63,800/year*
Global Studies

Global Studies

The Global Studies program explores solutions to local and global issues through interdisciplinary approaches. By understanding diverse social, economic, and political systems, students gain insight into shared human aspirations across cultures.

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60 Credits  |  2 Years
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3% Job Growth
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$63,171/year*
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